2017 Annual Educational Conference & Training Symposium
Notice of Annual Meeting
Notice of the annual meeting of the Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting Working Group, Inc. is hereby given. The meeting will be held at the Galt House Hotel, 140 N. Fourth St., Louisville, KY 40202. September 18, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. local time. The meeting is called for the purpose of receiving annual reports of the Officers and Directors, and to transact such business which comes before the ARFFWG. The ARFF Working Group Annual Conference and Educational Symposium is the premier event for the aviation firefighting industry. We expect more than 50+ companies to exhibit at this year’s program. This is the perfect opportunity to visit and shop for products and services that deal specifically with the aviation fire safety and protection industry.
ATTENDEE/EXHIBITOR INFORMATION
AS AN ATTENDEE...
Your commitment to the ARFFWG helps to fund not only the Annual Conference, but other educational programs promoted and supported by the ARFFWG throughout the year. The basic registration for the 2017 conference is $595 (early). $660 for non-members and includes full attendance rights to all ARFFWG activities. You are encouraged to register on-line, but a fillable form is available at this LINK.
On-site registration will take place at the Galt House Hotel on Sunday, September 17, 2017 from 2:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. and will continue on Monday, September 18th at 7:30 A.M. at the registration counter in the convention hall attached to the hotel.
AS AN EXHIBITOR...
Our program provides aviation fire safety manufacturers/suppliers unmatched international exposure for their products to the largest gathering of ARFF professionals in one location.
Our members are well versed on the products and services they want to see in the exhibit area.
For some of our members, this is the one chance each year to see the products and services that are available to the aviation firefighting community.
This is the premier event for the aviation firefighting industry. The 4-day program will be packed with seminars and the opportunity to network with airport firefighters and industry experts from around the world.
Additional information is available in the Exhibitor Prospectus that can be accessed at this LINK.
HOTEL RESERVATIONS
Louisville’s Only Waterfront Hotel is quite simply the best place to find a unique and authentic experience in Louisville. Sip some bourbon while taking in spectacular views of the Ohio River. Explore world-renowned cultural encounters at nearby Museum Row, featuring icons such as Muhammad Ali and Louisville Slugger.
The Galt House is a legendary Louisville hotel. In fact, they are the largest hotel in Kentucky with a rich history that dates back to the 1800s. Today, the hotel features 1,310 contemporary guest rooms, including 660 suites with comfortable furnishings, HD televisions, and in-room coffee makers. Located in either the SUITE Tower or the RIVUE Tower.
Galt House Hotel has 3,200 on-site parking spaces available in their attached covered parking garage for guests. The ARFFWG has arranged a discounted self-parking rate of $10 per night. Valet parking is offered for $28 per night.
RESERVATIONS can be made by accessing this LINK. Room rates are as follows:
· Deluxe Room RIVUE Tower—$139 per night single/double plus applicable taxes
· Executive Suite, SUITE TOWER—$159 per night single/double plus applicable taxes
GROUND TRANSPORTATION
Xtreme Transportation
Xtreme Transportation is on-site at the Galt House Hotel. They provide airport shuttle service to the Louisville International Airport every day of the week, including holidays. Outgoing HOTEL TO AIRPORT shuttle departs from the hotel every half-hour, 4 am to 1 pm daily. After 1 pm, the shuttle departs every hour until 11 pm.
FROM AIRPORT TO HOTEL: Shuttles run every day, including holidays, from the airport to the Galt House Hotel. Shuttle departs every quarter hour from 7:17 am to 12:45 pm daily. After 12:45 pm, the shuttle departs every quarter hour until 10:15 pm.
Book your shuttle by calling (502) 561-4022, or email galthouseshuttle@xtremetransportation.com. Book your shuttle ahead of time to ensure your transportation. You may also book your ride at the Transportation Desk in the mail lobby of the Galt House Hotel.
Shuttle requests outside of the regular shuttle times may be accommodated upon request. Private car service is available upon request. Additional charges apply.
ShuttleFare.com is offering a $5 discount off airport shuttle transportation to and from Airport and your Hotel.
To Book Reservation Click Airport Link: Shuttlefare.com
Coupon Code = ARFF17 (enter code on bottom right of checkout page before submitting payment)
Once you complete your reservation an email confirmation will be sent to you and this will be your travel voucher for your airport transportation. It will also include instructions on where to meet your shuttle when you arrive at the airport as well as any important phone numbers for the day of travel.
SHUTTLEFARE CUSTOMER SERVICE: For reservation changes or questions contact customer service:
Phone: 800-851-4528, Email: customerservice@shuttlefare.com
Monday - Friday 8am - 8pm EST, Saturday and Sunday 9am - 8pm E
Zero Bus
The Zero Bus covers a large area of Downtown Louisville and gives easy access to many local attractions with the convenience of boarding in front of the hotel. You can ride the Zero Bus for free, Monday – Saturday, 7:30 am to 11 pm
TARC
TARC is the local bus system. It is inexpensive to ride, and pick-up is a block from the hotel.
Carriage Rides
Carriage rides are available for guests to enjoy year-round.
CLICK HERE to see more information on Louisville Transportation!
GOLF TOURNAMENT
Join us for another ARFF Working Group Golf Outing and have some fun and camaraderie with fellow attendees from this year's Annual Conference. Below are some general specifics:
DATE: Saturday, September 16
LOCATION: Shawnee Golf Course - Louisville, KY
TIME: 1:30 P.M. Tee Off
Thank you to our sponsors for this event SSi and Global ARFF Services.
Below are links to additional information including Player Registration and Sponsorship Information. Have some fun prior to the start of the 28th Annual ARFF Working Group Conference!